Chapter 118: Ling: It's nothing... I just think you're really beautiful.

Chapter 118: Ling: It's nothing... I just think you're really beautiful.

Since the chakra in his body hadn't completely settled down and he couldn't sign the summoning contract as The Nekomata's Journey had described, Ling sat on The Nekomata's Journey's tail and took out the Wraith Pearl, planning to study this bead first.

The Nekomata's Journey still looked down on the bead in Ling's hand. Seeing Ling's strong interest, it became even more impatient. "What's so good about that thing full of Malice?"

"This one?" Ling took out the Wraith Pearl wrapped in paper from the bag and held it in his palm. "A fellow clan member of mine said that after killing the Oni's split body inside, one can get a spiritual space that can be changed according to one's own will."

Only then did The Nekomata's Journey show some interest. Its head, which had been lying on the ground, lifted slightly. "A spiritual space that can be transformed according to one's own will?"

"Yeah. You've also seen my situation. Although I have sensory ninjutsu to replace my blind eyes and continue to be active in battles, there are some delicate things that I can't do with my current level of sensory ninjutsu."

Ling sighed softly. "To achieve this, I need to further develop my ninjutsu based on my current skills. I'm confident in further developing my sensory ninjutsu. However, it's really difficult to just rely on my memory and then practice and make mistakes. So I at least want to use pen and paper again to record and research."

Coincidentally, my companion discovered this use of the Wraith Pearl. I have no reason not to give it a try. Although the injury to my eyes can't be cured, it didn't damage my soul. So I can still see in the spiritual world, which makes my idea pretty doable. Besides, I also have a selfish desire to see the light again (referring to being able to see physically again)..."

You know, people don't always cherish what they have, but they'll unconsciously pursue it after losing it... I'm no exception."

"Humph~ You've got it rough, huh?" The Nekomata's Journey's gaze fell on the silk ribbon covering Ling's eyes. "Even though you're an Uchiha."

"Yeah, even though I'm an Uchiha..." Ling just smiled calmly. "But it's not bad. At least I survived, right? Being able to stay alive and continue the battles I love the most is already something I'm very grateful for."

"Humph~ Although you're Indra's descendant, you don't seem to have inherited Indra's paranoia."

"Is that a compliment, then?"

"Of course. The fact that I can accept the summoning contract with you means you're quite to my liking—you know, we all disliked that guy back then." The Nekomata's Journey licked its paws. "But to be honest, that Asura kid is also annoying."

Ling stopped unwrapping the paper and tilted his head slightly. "But from what you've described, Asura should be a very popular and kind - hearted person, right?"

"Humph~ He's just an inexperienced and overly naive kid..." The Nekomata's Journey let out a snort and didn't intend to say more on this topic. "I'm very interested in your bead. How can I get into the spiritual space you mentioned?"

"Just a touch will do..." Ling paused. "I can give this bead to The Nekomata's Journey, but can I try fighting the Oni first? I gave the beads I took out before to my younger brother, so I can't do any more experiments."

"Sure, it's yours anyway," The Nekomata's Journey lay down again. "And don't make it sound like I'm going to snatch it. Tailed Beasts also have their pride, you know?"

"Sorry..." Ling let out a few soft chuckles. "Then I'll take my leave first."

The Nekomata's Journey stared at Ling for a while longer before snorting and spreading its chakra out to connect with the bead.

...

After a brief moment of daze, the massive figure of the Oni reappeared in front of [the Eye]. This time, when the purple - black aura surged in, although Ling could still feel all the negative emotions in his heart being irresistibly stirred up, he somehow couldn't give any reaction.

"Could it be that the shock I got just now was too great, so I can't mobilize my power at the moment..." Ling looked down at his own hands. "Hmm - does it still make my body go stiff when it affects the soul?

No, that's not right. It shouldn't just be because of being scared. The Oni's chakra is also full of Malice, but it doesn't have the oppressive feeling of the Tailed Beasts. Is it because of the difference in the quality of their chakra? Or is there some special substance in their chakra that's different... But when comparing the two, the Tailed Beasts with deeper Malice are actually easier to get along with.

Moreover, the fact that you won't be reciprocated with Malice if you don't actively hold Malice is a bit unexpectedly simple. If all the Tailed Beasts have such personalities, it might be a good idea to contact them after accumulating more strength. They should be good helpers..."

Thinking of this, Ling waved his hand to disperse the purple - black chakra swirling around him. He looked up at the twisted and coiled monster in front of him. While comparing the differences between the two, he also pondered how he should deal with this colossal creature. "A summoned beast as large as the Oni naturally has an advantage in battle.

Without the Sharingan, with the ninjutsu and Gitai I currently know, it's still too difficult to confront this kind of large - sized summoned beast. Moreover, I don't have the physique of the Senju or Uzumaki that can directly confront such a summoned beast. If I don't rely on external help, it'll probably take a lot of time and effort..."

By the way, can Akihiko's eye techniques project Susanoo onto others? Will it be effective in this spiritual space? Or can I stimulate the evolution of my Sharingan in this spiritual space to obtain my own Mangekyo Sharingan?

Well, although I've decided to let it go, I still can't help but want to give it a try..."

But before Ling could continue his deep thoughts, the sense of crisis that made him feel as if he were falling into the deep sea hit again. At the same time, the scarlet chakra invaded domineeringly from the sky. Even the Oni, which had been in a frenzy, fell silent as if its neck were grabbed, just like a rooster.

Ling looked up and saw the scarlet chakra (a form of energy in this story) growing larger and larger. He even clearly saw the Oni (a mythical creature in this story) change from being stiff at first to shrinking back. Its body, which originally occupied half of the sky, was intertwined and twisted into a ball, looking rather pitiful.

Ling frowned as he watched and thought, 'It looks a bit like a black maggot after curling up... so disgusting.'

Just as he thought this, a huge shadow suddenly appeared and enveloped him. The voice of The Nekomata's Journey also came from above. "Humph~ This thing is still as nauseating to cats as ever."

Ling then looked up, but he was stunned on the spot the moment he saw The Nekomata's Journey.

Sanshu had said that The Nekomata's Journey was a Nekomata with blue - black fur that burned like a flame. Ling thought it was just a figure of speech and assumed it was a long - haired cat. But now that he saw it with his own eyes, Ling found that he was terribly wrong.

The fur of The Nekomata's Journey was indistinguishable to the naked eye. With the gentle breeze, it fluttered like real blue flames, and the mysterious black runes changed as the flames flickered, attracting people's attention.

Just as Ling unconsciously let his eyes follow the black runes on The Nekomata's Journey, The Nekomata's Journey's voice came again. "Hey, kid! What're you gawking at?"

Ling turned his head and met The Nekomata's Journey's heterochromatic eyes. Different from the eyes of ordinary cats that turn into vertical pupils in strong light, The Nekomata's Journey's eyes remained round. The transition between the pupils and the irises was so natural that they shone like brilliant gems under the light.

"Hey, kid!"

Ling then came back to his senses. He smiled and reached out his hand to touch The Nekomata's Journey's chin. Feeling the softness under his hand, he felt happy. "It's nothing... I just think you're really beautiful."